JROTC Scholarship Essay

As a goal oriented young adult, I aim to express my motivation to apply for the Valencia College foundation scholarship. As a college student, I thrive on the challenges and obstacles that I encounter which allow me to continue become a successful scholar. My family for one, are the main source of motivation, which allows me to continue to excel in school. My past work experiences, also allow me to push through to my full potential in continuing my education. Lastly, my educational aspirations consist in becoming a registered nurse and to finally hold my bachelor’s degree in my hand. All these examples motivate me to continue to transcend in school.

I believe that my scholarship, citizenship, character, and willingness to serve and lead will be a great addition to the NJHS. When completing work, I am able to finish it diligently and efficiently. Whether it be volunteering at a race for wounded veterans, or doing classwork, I do it to the best of my ability. I would like to gain service experience through the NJHS. In the leadership aspect, I have knowledge from workshops. I am able to be a leader without being controlling in small and large group activities. When working individually I am able to keep my self-control, with a teacher around or not. This includes acting in a respectful manor towards teachers and students. I treat all of my peers with kindness, respect

Outside of my studies, I’m a member of 3 clubs: HOSA, Key Club, and National Honor Society. I am vice president of HOSA, serving as such for my second year, making this year my third year as an officer. I’m also a member of the Rome High School band for my 7th year in band. I was selected as a section leader for the mellophones this year.

“Congratulations, you have been accepted to Rutgers University-New Brunswick.” These words were, to me, the words of accomplishment and pride. However, these were not the only words Rutgers University wrote to me. In the Fall of 2015, I was an incoming senior at Hunterdon Central Regional High School. Excited about the years ahead, I applied to many schools throughout the United States. I applied to two schools in Alabama, two schools in Indiana, two schools in New York, and only one in New Jersey-Rutgers. My initial goal was to be my own person and go to a University that no one in my family had attended. In fact, my goal was to attend Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. This was a dream because my closest grandfather had planned to go there to study engineering. Being a bright student, he was accepted with a scholarship. Getting ready to leave to form a new beginning and only a few days before graduation, his father passed away. Unable to go from New Jersey to Indiana knowing that his family needed him, he decided to stay home and run the family tile business. Years later when my twin brother and I were born, he was God’s blessing to us. Growing up without a father, he stepped in to fill the gap. As

When you first meet me, you will see a determined young woman who wants to make a change in the world, be it small or big. Volunteering at Full Circle Farm is one of the many ways for me to change the world on a small scale, starting with my community. I have been going there for four years and every time I do, I learn something new. The wonderful people there welcome me with open arms, and, young or old, we all have the same goal: doing good for others.

Service to others has always been important to me. I'm a product of Jesuit education going back to high school, so I grew up with an understanding of the value of serving others, and the positive impact it can have on the lives we touch. In my experience, I have always been happiest when I have tended to another's needs ahead of my own. I have no better example of this than in my work with the North Carolina Central University (NCCU) Campus Recreation Program through volunteering.

Continuing with my graduate studies at UNO would be vital to my continual growth and developmental, in both the academic and professional realms. Having done my Undergraduate studies at UNO was an eye opening and extremely beneficial opportunity which I will be eternally grateful for having and something that I would love to continue with my Graduate studies within the university. Completing my Bachelors of Arts at UNO granted me the opportunity to work with amazing professors who helped shape me into who I am today and granted me the opportunity to expand my knowledge further than the classroom with helping me to conduct my own research. I was able to conduct two research projects focusing on the issues the Hispanic population face, both of which have been presented at the Midwest Sociological Society’s Annual Meetings. My hope is

From the time that I was in elementary school, my education was very important to me. I often spent my time in books during my childhood, and this got me up to a college reading level by the fifth grade. I have always worked hard to keep my grades high, my head in books, and to educate myself every chance that I get because I knew that I wanted to go to college even as a young child. Throughout my K-12 education, I worked hard and was an honor roll student. I was able to graduate high school a year early with a 3.65 GPA, and achieved high SAT scores with hard work and dedication. When it was time to choose a college after graduating high school, I went with Calhoun Community College. I have maintained a 3.9 GPA there, and my classes have all been online.

When I first heard of the YCL Scholarship, I was struck with the realization that there is an existing organization out there that is willing to sponsor Christian youth leaders for educational purposes. After reviewing the details of this program, I wholeheartedly believe that I am a “Young Christian Leader,” a person who “aspire to inspire.” It is an act to influence someone positively with the intent of sharing. One of my high school experiences that identified me as a leader among my peers and academic advisors was giving up my lunch to a starving classmate. This turned out to be a blessing because not only did I feel sense of fulfillment, but I made a difference in my school’s community.

When I was fifteen years old, I remember watching the hospice nurses care for my grandpa. They moved carefully, administering medications, turning grandpa as needed, and making sure everything was as it should be. It struck me that the nurses were not only caring for the patient, but they also cared for the family. They had this strength that set them apart from everyone else in the room. They gave hope and comfort to my family and made my grandpa’s care priority. I believe that assisting people to regain their strength and health is fulfilling and meaningful. I’m passionate about nursing because I want to be able to help others when they need it most and to make a difference in someone else’s life. I want

Competing in the First Tech Challenge for the last two years has been an amazing experience. I have learned many new things surrounding teamwork, working under pressure, and engineering. I began competing in FTC my junior year in high school. I had worked previously with robotics a bit in my Pre-Engineering shop but I had never focussed all of my attention on robotics. I was a bit cautious joining robotics because I was used to working in a team for soccer, not something where academics were applied. I was also cautious because I knew that there were not going to be many girls. I was accustomed to there only being about 2-4 girls in my courses but I did not know what to expect from this program. I was pleasantly surprised,

I am glad to know that my background is highly relevant. In the case there are no positions available for summer, I would highly appreciate if you can consider me for the Fall semester.

Over the course of my high school career, I have volunteered in a variety of roles. For example, I have been an active member of my church, volunteering in the nursery or teaching Sunday school every week. In addition to these weekly commitments, my church has also provided me with the opportunity to volunteer at the Maryland food bank and in a program called "Rebuilding Together", through which my church helped rebuild multiple houses in the Frederick area.

Today is the day where the 8th grade class of 2015-2016 graduate from James Irvine Intermediate. Despite all the hard work and efforts that we’ve all given during our stay in this school, this is the time where we should be proud of ourselves. For now, let’s close these few chapters in our life and start on a brand new page. It is the time for eighth graders to move on and continue with our lives by going to high school then, hopefully getting into a college.

I have the passion and determination to take charge and lead, a position others often brush aside to due its demanding nature and the responsibilities that come with the position. I see leadership as an opportunity to flush out my character and push myself beyond my capabilities as a distinct individual unfaltering in the face of pressure. Joining the Navy as an officer will open up a new path in a career known for prosperity and development. The role of an officer presents a challenge, one that I will strive to overcome and succeed in, no matter the obstacle lays in my path. The skills and mindset that I have acquired and polished over the course of my lifetime have prepared me for any task that I undertake.